[3] It is primarily found in eucalypt woodlands, open forests, and coastal healthland habitats.

[4] Trapezites phigalia adults are brown above and brownish-grey below with yellow or orange markings on the wings and a wingspan of approximately 30 mm (1.2 in).

Larvae are pinkish-grey with a roughly-textured dark brown head, measuring up to 28 mm (1.1 in) in length depending on instar.

Pupae are brown, covered with a waxy grey powder, measuring approximately 19 mm (0.75 in) in length.

Pupation may occur inside the larval shelter or in a curled dead leaf near the base of the host plant.