the bonobos are so complex, scientists who study apes say the bonobo is the closest to being human.rad student in film at american university is trying to raise awareness of this animal's troubles. >> bonobos are one of the most endangered animals in the world. they are the most endangered african ape. >> reporter: bloggers are decimating the congo rain forest, which is the their habitat. and bonobo meat is quite popular in the african bush meat trade. she's produced a 33-minute documentary on the bonobos and is shopping it around the film festivals, hoping that threw this protect people will get to know this fascinating creature and make an effort to save it. >> animals matter. animals are so important. and, you know, it's so hard to get people to care about wildlife conservation. >> reporter: wendy rieger, news4. >> the documentary is narrated by actress ashley justice department -- ashley judd. fascinating. >> fascinating indeed. >>> still to come, a color scheme on one of virginia's busiest roadways. how red lanes could keep traffic going and keep drivers following the law. >>>