Leioproctus prolatus, or Leioproctus (Filiglossa) prolatus, 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 1994.
Etymology The specific epithet prolatus (Latin: "elongated") is an anatomical reference to the elongated labial palps.
Description Female body length is 4.5 mm. Integumental colouration is mainly black.
Distribution and habitat The species occurs in Queensland. The type locality is the Beerburrum to Woodford Road, in the Sunshine Coast Region.
Behaviour The adults are flying mellivores. Flowering plants visited by the bees include Persoonia virgata.
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