The galaxy appears to be a merging system, possibly in the late stages of interaction. There is a bright, relatively compact component, which exhibits a yellowish-white hue suggesting an older stellar population. An elongated, diffuse structure extends from this core, showing a gradient from yellow-orange to a fainter green-blue tint, which may be indicative of more recent star formation in the disturbed regions. The overall form appears distorted, rather than exhibiting a distinct disk or elliptical shape, consistent with ongoing gravitational interactions. The galaxy exhibits a moderate degree of smoothness in its light distribution, but there are subtle hints of features that might suggest tidal tails or other disturbances caused by the interaction. The observed colors indicate a significant range in stellar ages and/or dust content across the galaxy.
