Leioproctus litotes, or Leioproctus (Leioproctus) litotes, 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 litotes (Latin: "plain" or "simple") refers to its undistinguished appearance.
Description Male body length is about 6 mm. Integumental colouration is mainly brown. The hair is pale to dark brown.
Distribution and habitat The species occurs in the Wet Tropics of Far North Queensland. The type locality is Babinda.
Behaviour The adults are flying mellivores. Flowering plants visited by the bees include Eucalyptus species.
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