The upper wings are mostly dark brown, while a wide, golden-yellow band crosses the forewing.

Additionally, the fore and hind wings have a narrow border checkered with yellow and brown.

The underwing is similar except it is somewhat paler due to the lack of sunlight received in the area.

The head is reddish-brown with two false eyespots in the lower facial region.

[5] The chrysalis is covered in a white, granular substance but is generally brown with a green hue.