NGC 1079 is a barred spiral galaxy located approximately 50 million light-years away in the constellation Eridanus. It is classified as a type SBc galaxy, which means it has a prominent bar structure and loose spiral arms. NGC 1079 is notable for its bright core and active star formation regions. Discovered by the astronomer John Herschel in 1834, NGC 1079 is part of a group of galaxies that includes several other members. Its distance and characteristics make it an interesting subject for astronomers studying galaxy formation and evolution. Observations of NGC 1079 contribute to our understanding of the dynamics of barred spiral galaxies.