IC 3002 is a barred spiral galaxy located approximately 30 million light-years away in the constellation Leo. It is part of the IC catalog, which includes various astronomical objects. The galaxy is notable for its distinct spiral arms and bright central bar structure, making it an interesting subject for astronomers. Discovered in 1891 by the astronomer Édouard Stephan, IC 3002 has a visual magnitude of about 13.5, making it faint but observable with moderate telescopes. Its distance and characteristics contribute to our understanding of galaxy formation and evolution in the universe.