NGC 6878 is a barred spiral galaxy located approximately 90 million light-years away in the constellation Pavo. It is part of the Pavo group of galaxies and is notable for its bright central bar structure, which is characteristic of barred spiral galaxies. The galaxy spans about 100,000 light-years in diameter and contains a significant amount of star formation activity. Observations of NGC 6878 have revealed various stellar populations, including young, hot stars and older, cooler stars, contributing to its diverse appearance and structure.