There are around 144 species in this family of birds. They are found in Africa, Asia, and Australia in forests and brushlands.

The birds in this family are 4-6 inches in length. They are usually olive-green, yellow, or reddish-brown on their uppersides and a lighter color on their undersides.

They have large white eye rings, short, pointed bills, short, rounded wings, and medium-length, square tails.

They eat nectar, insects, and fruit and are usually found in flocks.