NGC 6868 is a barred spiral galaxy located approximately 11 million light-years away in the constellation Pavo. It is part of the Pavo group of galaxies and is notable for its bright core and well-defined spiral arms. Discovered by John Herschel in 1834, NGC 6868 has an apparent magnitude of about 10.5, making it visible through small telescopes. The galaxy exhibits signs of active star formation, particularly in its spiral arms, and is classified as a type SBc galaxy, indicating its structure and characteristics.