NGC 4381 is a barred spiral galaxy located in the constellation Virgo. It is approximately 65 million light-years away from Earth and is part of the Virgo Cluster, a group of galaxies that are gravitationally bound together. This galaxy has a bright central bar structure and exhibits a well-defined spiral arm pattern. NGC 4381 is notable for its active star formation regions, which contribute to its luminosity and overall appearance. Observations of this galaxy help astronomers understand the dynamics and evolution of spiral galaxies in the universe.