NGC 2147
NGC 2147 is a barred spiral galaxy located in the constellation Lepus. It is approximately 60 million light-years away from Earth and is part of the LMC (Large Magellanic Cloud) group of galaxies. NGC 2147 is notable for its distinct spiral structure and is classified as a type SBc galaxy.
Discovered by the astronomer John Herschel in 1834, NGC 2147 has a diameter of about 30,000 light-years. It contains a mix of young and old stars, along with regions of active star formation. The galaxy's features make it an interesting subject for astronomers studying galaxy evolution and structure.