NGC1487 - 3.6μm type: Pec

NGC1487

S4G Mid-Infrared Type: Pec

Filter: 3.6 microns

Telescope: Spitzer Space Telescope
North up, East left
Field Dimensions: 5.8 x 4.2 arcminutes
Surface Brightness Range Displayed: 15.5-28.0 mag per square arcsec

Notes:
merger/interacting system; several clumps or components; considerable tidal debris and extent