NGC 2997 is a spiral galaxy located approximately 30 million light-years away in the constellation Hydra. It is classified as a barred spiral galaxy, characterized by its prominent central bar structure and well-defined spiral arms. Discovered by John Herschel in 1834, NGC 2997 has a diameter of about 100,000 light-years. It is notable for its bright core and active star formation, making it an interesting subject for astronomers studying galaxy evolution and dynamics.