Leptophis modestus

Leptophis modestus, commonly known as the cloud forest parrot snake, is a species of medium-sized slender snake of the family Colubridae. It is endemic to Mesoamerica. There are currently no recognized subspecies.
Geographic range.
It can be found in southern Mexico, central Guatemala, northwestern El Salvador and southwestern Honduras.
Description.
The type specimen of "Leptophis modestus" is in total length, with a tail long.
Dorsally, it is olive-green. There is a blackish streak behind each eye, and the lips and throat are yellowish. Ventrally, it is pale green.
The dorsal scales are arranged in 15 rows at midbody, strongly keeled except for the first row (adjacent to the ventrals) and on the tail.
Ventrals 171; anal plate divided; subcaudals 171, divided.
Habitat.
"L. modestus" is an inhabitant of the cloud forests of Mesoamerica.
Conservation status.
It is currently considered a threatened species. Habitat loss due to deforestation has led to a decrease in population numbers.