The galaxy appears to be in the process of merging. It exhibits a disturbed morphology, with a shape that is neither purely elliptical nor spiral. There are two distinct luminous cores, suggestive of the original galactic nuclei of the merging galaxies. These cores are surrounded by a diffuse halo of light, likely composed of stars that have been stripped from their original galaxies during the interaction. There are hints of tidal tails or other features indicative of gravitational interaction. The galaxy exhibits a color gradient, appearing somewhat bluer in the outer regions compared to the central regions, suggesting younger star populations are present in the tidal debris. The overall light profile appears relatively smooth, implying that the merger may be in its later stages.
