This galaxy appears to be undergoing a merger, or at least experiencing significant gravitational interaction. There is visual evidence of tidal features suggesting some sort of disturbance. It is a relatively luminous galaxy, and exhibits a moderate level of star formation. Its overall shape is not particularly round, appearing more elongated. It exhibits properties consistent with a relatively massive galaxy, and has colors suggesting a stellar population composed of intermediate-age to old stars. There are two apparent centers of light concentration within the galaxy, suggesting a possible dual core or the late stages of a merging event.
