This galaxy exhibits a notable departure from a simple elliptical or spiral morphology. The overall structure suggests a system undergoing or having undergone a merging event. Two distinct concentrations of light are observed, one appearing more diffuse and elongated, with an extension pointing upwards, and the other more compact and relatively circular. The colors of these cores are noticeably different, with the more compact region displaying a prominent green and red hue, potentially indicating ongoing star formation or a difference in the stellar populations compared to the other core. A fainter, more diffuse stellar population is also observed surrounding the central light concentrations, possibly representing a tidal stream or halo of stars disrupted during the interaction. The relatively smooth appearance overall suggests that the merger may be in a later stage, with significant mixing of stellar populations and dissipation of distinct tidal features. Further analysis is needed to confirm the exact nature of the merger, including a detailed investigation of the kinematics and stellar populations within each component.
