NGC 6865 is a bright elliptical galaxy located in the constellation Phoenix. It is approximately 80 million light-years away from Earth and is part of a group of galaxies known as the Phoenix Group. This galaxy is notable for its large size and the presence of a supermassive black hole at its center. NGC 6865 has a distinct oval shape and is surrounded by a halo of hot gas, which emits X-rays. Its study helps astronomers understand galaxy formation and evolution in the universe.