NGC 1009 is a barred spiral galaxy located in the constellation Eridanus. It is approximately 60 million light-years away from Earth and is part of the Lyon-Meudon Extragalactic Database. This galaxy has a diameter of about 50,000 light-years and is notable for its distinct spiral arms and bright central bar structure. NGC 1009 is classified as a type SBc galaxy, indicating its intermediate stage of spiral development. Observations of this galaxy contribute to our understanding of galaxy formation and evolution in the universe.