The genus Saprositellus Balthasar with type species S. denticulatus Balthasar is redefined and transferred from the tribe Eupariini to Odontolochini. Four species are recognized including three new species: Saprositellus ariquemes new species from Brazil, S. peruanus new species from Peru and S. santaritae new species from Panama. All taxa are described and illustrated, a key to the species is provided.