Leioproctus doreyi, or Leioproctus (Exleycolletes) doreyi, is a species of bee in the family Colletidae and subfamily Colletinae. It is endemic to Australia. It was described by entomologist Michael Batley in 2023.
Etymology The specific epithet doreyi honours entomologist James Dorey "for his sustained and enthusiastic promotion of Australian bees".
Description Female holotype body length is 11.2 mm, wing length 7.4 mm, head width 3.0 mm; male body length 9.9 mm, wing length 6.9 mm, head width 2.8 mm. Integumental colouration is mainly black. The hair on head and thorax of the female is bright orange, that of the male paler.
Distribution and habitat The species occurs in coastal eastern Australia. The type locality is Tintenbar, New South Wales.
Behaviour The adults are flying mellivores. Flowering plants visited by the bees include Cordyline stricta.
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