There is a conspicuous pipeline of dust and gas being funneled to NGC 1409 from NGC 1410. This lane has a typical width of , passing to the north in front of NGC 1409 and then behind, becoming denser toward the galactic core.
A noticeable flow of dust and gas is being directed to NGC 1409 from NGC 1410. This lane has a standard width, flowing north in front of NGC 1409 before moving behind it and becoming denser as it approaches the galactic center.