Leioproctus providus, or Leioproctus (Leioproctus) providus, is a species of bee in the family Colletidae and subfamily Colletinae. It is endemic to Australia. It was described by English entomologist Frederick Smith in 1879.
Distribution and habitat The species occurs in both eastern and south-western Australia. Type localities include Mount Kosciuszko, at an elevation of .
Behaviour The adults are flying mellivores. Flowering plants visited by the bees include Eucalyptus species.
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