[1] Most Cubozoans, including C. buitendijki, have p-mastigophores, meaning that the shaft and tubule differ noticeably in girth.

[1] The umbrella-shaped fleshy body of C. buitendijki has a smooth texture, and the species does not present with any nematocyst warts (freckles).

[1] The umbrella can reach about 100 cm (39 in) in diameter in adult specimens, and harbors the typical cuboid shape of other box jellyfish.

[4] The sting marks left by the species are very distinctive because of the unique shape of their nematocysts.

[6] Chiropsoides buitendijki have been recorded in the Indo-Pacific, specifically sighted in India, Malaysia, and Indochina.

[6] Chiropsoides buitendijki have been shown to experience blooms in coastal upwelling regions, especially after monsoon season when the nutrients in the water are well mixed and distributed.