The adult moths have a complex subtle brown pattern on the forewings. The hindwings are yellowish orange, with a broad brown margin containing a pale mark. The wingspan is about 2.5 cms.

The pheromones of this species have been studied. The species can interbreed with Helicoverpa armigera to produce viable offspring.

Attempts to control the pest include:

The species occurs from Africa to the south Pacific, including :

Further reading :

Ian F.B. Common,
Moths of Australia, Melbourne University Press, 1990, pp. Fig. 50.10, 65, 468-469.

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