NGC 3626 is a barred spiral galaxy located approximately 50 million light-years away in the constellation Leo. It is part of the Leo I Group of galaxies and is notable for its bright central bar structure, which is characteristic of barred spiral galaxies. The galaxy has an apparent magnitude of about 10.5, making it visible through small telescopes. NGC 3626 is also known for its active star formation regions and contains a significant amount of interstellar dust, contributing to its complex structure and appearance in astronomical observations.