NGC 6865 is a spiral galaxy located approximately 80 million light-years away in the constellation Phoenix. It is classified as a barred spiral galaxy, which means it has a central bar-shaped structure made up of stars, along with spiral arms that extend outward. This galaxy is notable for its bright core and the presence of active star formation in its arms. NGC 6865 is part of a group of galaxies and is often studied to understand the dynamics and evolution of spiral galaxies in the universe.