Hindwing: the postdiscal transverse band much narrower and shorter, not extending below vein 1, margined inwardly by a series of broad black subcrescentic marks; the tornal angle with a small patch of violet scales bordered inwardly by a short black transverse line.

[4][5] The Vanessa indica is not reported as a pest on any crop but on ramie it causes considerable damage by feeding on young tender leaves which affect the growth of the plant.

Mainly found in open areas near the river in the mountainous jungle, they are also often seen on grass near roads or in the soil around the plant flowers sucking, honey, or they sitting on the ground basking in the sun.

[6] Both male and female Indian red admiral can be seen around the hill nettle plant species.

[7] Sometimes adult butterflies extract food from ripe fruit, juices of a variety of flowers and fermented plants.

Consequently, in order to gain the strength needed to perform body and wings activities they require to bask in the warmth of the sun.