The galaxy appears to be undergoing a merger event. There is a primary, relatively smooth component that is brighter and more diffuse. A secondary component is visible as a distinct, more compact object. Redder hues suggest ongoing star formation. The overall color of the galaxy is skewed slightly toward bluer wavelengths which may be indicative of a population of younger stars. The tidal features stemming from the interaction between the merging components are not very distinct, suggesting that if it is a recent merger, the components are relatively undisturbed. The system is approximately elliptical in shape, though there are some minor asymmetries that could be caused by the interaction between the galaxies.
