Leioproctus saltus, or Leioproctus (Charicolletes) saltus, is a species of bee in the family Colletidae and subfamily Colletinae. It is endemic to Australia. It was described by Australian entomologist Glynn Maynard in 2013.
Etymology The specific epithet saltus (Latin: "leap" or "dance") is a behavioural reference to the males dancing from flower to flower.
Description Female body length is about 8 mm, male body length 6 mm. Integumental colouration is mainly black. The hair is mostly white.
Distribution and habitat The species occurs in eastern Australia. The type locality is Stradbroke Island in south-east Queensland.
Behaviour The adults are flying mellivores. Flowering plants visited by the bees include Leucopogon species.
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