There are 28 species of birds in the Dicruridae family. They are found across Africa, southern Asia, Southeast Asia, Australia, and many islands in the western Pacific.

Drongos are 7–25 inches (17.8–63.5 cm) long. Most are glossy black or dark gray with a green, blue, or purplish sheen to their feathers. Some species have small crests. They have strong, slightly hooked bills surrounded by stiff bristles that help them catch insects, long forked tails, and short legs.

Some species, such as the greater Racket-tailed Drongo (Dicrurus paradiseus), have long, ribbon-like tail feathers with racket-shaped tips. Males and females usually look alike.

Drongos are skilled fliers that catch insects in midair, often darting out from a perch to snatch their prey before returning to the same spot. They also eat spiders, small reptiles, nectar, and fruit.

These bold, intelligent birds are known for chasing away much larger birds to defend their nests, and many species are excellent mimics that can imitate the calls of other birds and even some mammals.