Prior to adult emergence the pupae turn brown. Duration of pupal stage is 8 to 11 days. Forewings are characterized by purplish brown or bronzish reflections and two defined silvery white marks near the center. Hindwings are yellow gray, darkening towards the edges. Both sexes have a hairy tuft, or brush projecting backward on the tip of the abdomen.
Male moths have yellow scent brushes along the abdomen and large black brushes at the rear.
Adult females can deposit from 18-281 eggs during their lifespan. At rest the larvae have an arched appearance. Adults emerge from the pupae at dusk or during the night, seldom during day light hours. The adults avoid strong sunlight and are most commonly seen flying at dusk or a few hours after sunset. During the day they rest inside flowers, on the vegetation, or on walls.