This galaxy appears to be undergoing a merger or significant tidal interaction with another galaxy or smaller object. The main body of the galaxy has a somewhat smooth appearance, although there are indications of disturbances in its overall shape. The shape tends towards being in-between an elliptical and cigar shape.

There is a second, smaller object in close proximity to the main galaxy that appears to be tidally interacting and contributing to the larger scale disturbance. This companion object presents as a bright, somewhat spherical concentration of light.

The color distribution within the galaxy is not uniform. The core of the main galaxy appears more red, potentially indicative of an older stellar population or higher dust content. Some blue regions suggest ongoing or recent star formation. The tidal features display a range of colors suggesting mixed stellar populations.
