It is found in the border area of Tanzania and Zambia, near the southeastern corner of Lake Tanganyika.

[1][3] The type series consists of four specimens measuring 19–29 mm (0.7–1.1 in) in snout–vent length.

Skin of the dorsum is very rough because of small warts with sharp spines.

There is a paler area between the eyes, extending backwards and branching to cover the parotoid glands.

There are also several, irregular dark blotches, usually including a V-shaped one pointing to the anus.