NGC 1076 is a barred spiral galaxy located in the constellation Eridanus. It is approximately 60 million light-years away from Earth and is part of a group of galaxies known as the Eridanus Group. This galaxy has a bright central bar structure and exhibits a well-defined spiral arm pattern. NGC 1076 is classified as a type SBbc galaxy, indicating its intermediate characteristics between spiral and barred spiral galaxies. Its study helps astronomers understand galaxy formation and evolution in the universe.