The galaxy appears to be a spiral galaxy, though its arms are not very distinct in this image. It exhibits a prominent bulge, brighter and more concentrated towards the center, suggesting a significant population of older stars. The disk appears relatively smooth and has a soft glow of light. The disk's light looks to be composed of a mix of stars and gas. Some regions of bluer light are visible in the disk, suggestive of younger, hotter stars and ongoing star formation. There is a faint dust lane within the disk, adding to its overall complexity and subtle features. It is possible the galaxy has experienced minor disturbances in its past. The galaxy exhibits a noticeable red shift.
