The Cuban Parakeet or Catey (Aratinga euops) is a species of parrot in the Psittacidae family. Aratinga euops was formerly one of the most common endemic birds on Cuba, but is now rare throughout the island. It survives in a few of the more remote regions, remaining fairly common only in the Zapata peninsula, the Trinidad Mountains and the Sierra de Najasa.
The population within Ciénaga de Zapata National Park appears to have declined, with recent surveys finding no flocks larger than 18 birds.Both adults yellow/green in general with red feathers sprinkled on head and under-parts.Bill horn coloured. Eye ring bare and pink/white. Eye pale yellow.
Its natural habitats are dry forests, dry savanna, and arable land. The species breeds seasonally, nesting from April to July. It nests in holes in trees or termite nests.The species was once very common but is now much reduced due to habitat loss and trapping for the cagebird trade. As a consequence it is now listed as vulnerable by the IUCN.
Therefore Cuba Post issued stamps and FDC featured its species on October 21, 1999 and collaborated with WWF organization.
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