NGC 7226 is a barred spiral galaxy located approximately 100 million light-years away in the constellation Pegasus. It is part of the Hercules constellation group and is notable for its bright core and well-defined spiral arms. Discovered by astronomer William Herschel in 1784, NGC 7226 has a diameter of about 70,000 light-years. It is classified as a type SBc galaxy, indicating its spiral structure with a central bar. Observations of NGC 7226 contribute to our understanding of galaxy formation and evolution in the universe.