Leioproctus amabilis, or Leioproctus (Leioproctus) amabilis, is a species of bee in the family Colletidae and subfamily Colletinae. It is endemic to Australia. It was described by English entomologist Frederick Smith in 1879.
Distribution and habitat The species occurs in eastern mainland Australia as well as in south-western Australia. Type localities include Oxley and Mackay, Queensland, Sydney and Berowra in New South Wales, as well as Melbourne and Rutherglen in Victoria.
Behaviour The adults are flying mellivores. Flowering plants visited by the bees include Eucalyptus and Melaleuca species.
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