Leioproctus conjunctus, or Leioproctus (Euryglossidia) conjunctus, 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 2025.
Etymology The specific epithet conjunctus (Latin: "adjoining") is an anatomical reference to the forewing venation.
Description The male body length is 5.2 mm. Integumental colouration is mainly black, with a faint brassy sheen and dark brown to yellow-brown markings. The hair is white.
Distribution and habitat The species occurs in inland Western Australia. The type locality is 83 km west-north-west of Wiluna.
Behaviour The adults are flying mellivores. Flowering plants visited by the bees include Ptilotus obovatus.
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