The galaxy appears to be undergoing a significant interaction, possibly a merger, indicated by the distorted morphology. There is evidence of tidal features, or disruptions in the shape of the galaxy. The galaxy exhibits a combination of smoother, centrally concentrated light and a more diffuse, disturbed disk component. We can see distinct knots of bluer light that indicate regions of ongoing star formation, and an orange central core. The disturbed nature of the galaxy suggests a recent or ongoing interaction is triggering bursts of star formation.
