Liparetrus perkinsi is a species of beetle of the family Scarabaeidae. It is found in Australia (Queensland, South Australia).
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 . They have a black body, with the pronotum slightly iridescent. The elytra are pale yellowish brown with a black basal area. The antennae are pale yellowish brown. The hind legs are dark brown, while all other legs are reddish brown.
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