Leioproctus albiscopis, or Leioproctus (Colletellus) albiscopis, is a species of bee in the family Colletidae and subfamily Colletinae. It is endemic to Australia. It was described by entomologist Remko Leijs in 2018.
Etymology The specific epithet albiscopis is an anatomical reference to white hair on the hind scopa on the tibia of the female.
Description The female holotype body length is 6.2 mm, head width 2 mm. Integumental colouration is mainly black, with brown markings. The hair is white to grey-brown.
Distribution and habitat The species occurs in the Mid West region of Western Australia. The type locality is Arrowsmith River.
Behaviour The adults are flying mellivores. Flowering plants visited by the bees include Allocasuarina campestris.
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