American troops in Asia are abundantly supporting their national reputation as zoophilists. Last week's animal news and claims, relayed by TIME's New Delhi correspondent:
>One anti-aircraft base in China has a monkey named Taps who can tell the difference between the engines of U.S. and Jap planes; he gives the alarm by chattering and rattling his chain, then takes cover, invariably beating the official alert.
>Another monkey, Rupee, roams New Delhi headquarters in a complete sergeant's uniform, has been vaccinated according to Army regulations.
>Most famous mascot in Chennault's China air force is a poodle,...
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