Parautoserica mendesi is a species of beetle of the family Scarabaeidae. It is found in São Tomé and PrÃÂncipe.
Adults reach a length of about 10.2 mm. They have a short body. The upper surface is dull and dark brown, with numerous, large blackish spots. The appendages are light brown.
The species is named after Mr. José Luis Xavier Mendes.