NGC 6872 is a large barred spiral galaxy located approximately 100 million light-years away in the constellation Pavo. It is notable for its striking appearance, featuring long, sweeping arms that are rich in star formation and dust. This galaxy is part of a pair known as the NGC 6872/IC 4970 system, where it interacts gravitationally with a smaller galaxy, IC 4970. This interaction has led to the formation of new stars and the distinctive shape of NGC 6872, making it a fascinating subject for astronomers studying galaxy evolution.