Identification:
This species is small, resembling a frog but with a relatively large belly and slender legs. Males are smaller than females. Body length reaches up to 28mm for males, and 35-40mm for females. The dorsal surface is green, while the sides and abdomen are white. A dark green stripe runs from the posterior corner of the eye to the upper shoulder. The sides of the body may feature black spots, connected lines, or continuous rows. The dorsal skin is smooth. The chest, abdomen, and underside of the head have numerous flat, closely-spaced tubercles. The abdomen is typically shiny. Both the front and hind toes have adhesive pads and transverse grooves. The palms and soles often have small tubercles.
Biology and Ecology:
This species typically inhabits forested areas at altitudes between 400m and 900m. They often seek refuge during the day and throughout the winter within small shrubs, rock crevices, and bushes, foraging at night. Their primary diet consists of insects, beetles, crickets, and termites. The breeding season usually extends from March to June, or later depending on the region.
Distribution:
This species is found in Vietnam and China. In Vietnam, it is primarily distributed in the northern regions.