Assuming Direct Control.

Human: Viable possibility: Aggression factor useful if controlled.
Human: Viable possibility: Impressive genetic malleability.
Human: Viable possibility: Impressive technical potential.
Human: Viable possibility: If emotional drives are subjugated.
Insect: An annoyance, limited utility.
Amphibian: Insufficient lifespan, fragile genetic structure.
Mammal: You are considered...too primitive.
Reptile: Useless, insufficient numbers.
Bird: Considered due to flight mobility, weakened immune system too debilitating.

yep, my thoughts exactly