NGC 6265 is a barred spiral galaxy located approximately 100 million light-years away in the constellation Hercules. It is notable for its bright core and well-defined spiral arms, which are characteristic features of spiral galaxies. Discovered by the astronomer William Herschel in 1784, NGC 6265 is classified as a type SBc galaxy. It has a diameter of about 100,000 light-years and contains a significant amount of star-forming regions, making it an interesting subject for astronomers studying galaxy formation and evolution.