Platyrrhinus vittatus is a bat with bright white lines on its face and back. It eats fruit and other foods, and roosts in tree cavities or buildings.
Its dorsal fur is dark brown, with bright white lines across the face and back. The ear margins have conspicuous folds.
Ecuadorian records include fruits such as figs, as well as nectar, leaves, and insects. It has been reported roosting in hollow trees and buildings.
An extinction-risk assessment has not been added yet.