Liparetrus atriceps is a species of beetle of the family Scarabaeidae. It is found in Australia (Queensland, Northern Territory).
Taxonomy This species belongs to the rufipennis species group. The defining characters of this group include the absence of setae and scales on the disc of the pronotum.
Description Adults reach a length of about . The head is black and the pronotum is bright reddish yellow with black margins. The elytra are pale yellowish brown with a black base, and sometimes with darkened margins. The ventral surface and the base of the abdomen are black. The legs and antennae are yellowish brown.
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