[2] It is found in southeastern China (Zhejiang, Fujian, Guangdong, and Guangxi provinces), Taiwan,[1] and probably northern Vietnam.

Female is similar to male but the yellow abdominal markings are more developed and the pterostigma remains pale yellowish-brown when mature.

[6] In Taiwan, Sinolestes editus occurs near small puddles in semi-shaded brooks in mountain forests at about 1,000 m (3,300 ft) above sea level.

[6] Males guard their breeding sites, perching on branches or tall grasses around small puddles.

The eggs are laid inside the stems of Polygonum chinense and Hydrangea angustipetala some 1–2 meters above the puddle.