[1][3] The specific name mocquardi refers to François Mocquard, a French herpetologist.

The parotoid glands are distinct but not always prominent;[2] they are broad and well separated from the eyelids.

[5] The hind limbs are relatively short and have well-developed subarticular tubercles.

[1] The type series was collected at elevations of 2,400–2,600 m (7,900–8,500 ft) above sea level.

It might be present in the Mount Kenya and Aberdares National Parks.