The armpits and thighs are orange, this helps distinguish it from the similar Jervis Bay tree frog (Litoria jervisiensis).

This species is associated with swamps and dams, still creeks, and pools, mostly in heathland, but also in forest and woodland, mostly in highland areas.

Clusters of about 60 eggs are laid attached to submerged twigs or branches near the edge of the water body.

Despite a large distribution, the number of sites where this species has been recorded is low (total 75) across New South Wales and Victoria.

This may be due to poor surveying techniques as a result of lack of data on the breeding habits and habitat preferences of this species.