The Rufous-banded Crambid has a wingspan of about 7/8 inch. It is tan to yellow with broad cinnamon AM and PM bands. Reddish-brown spots mark the midpoint of the costa and apex.
The frequency of occurrence of the Rufous-banded Crambid is not known. It has been photographed once at Neale Woods in early September 2012. Adults come to artificial lights.
The larva is a seed-feeder of various Mallow family (Malvaceae) plants, including various mallows and hollyhocks.
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