This species was described in 2007 from a single location in Arunachal Pradesh, India, and since then, there have been a few sightings. It is described as having a back or dorsum that appears deep chestnut to blackish chestnut, an orange-buff underside, deep chestnut patagium, a black tail with the basal one-third deep chestnut, and black feet.

It is recorded only from Arunachal Pradesh in India. Records of the species are localised, limited to the Mishmi Hills in the Dibang Valley and Lower Dibang Valley districts.

It is recorded from 600 to 1600 metres above sea level in montane forests.