[1][2][3] They are quite diverse in size and coloration, and usually characterised by soft, fluffy plumage and a tail on average the length of their body, or longer.

Most jungle babblers have predominantly brown plumage with little sexual dimorphism, but brightly coloured species of this family also exist.

[9] Breeding behaviour is not well known for all species of jungle babbler, but some birds, such as the Streaked wren-babbler (Napothera brevicaudata) have adapted to their habitat by nesting in holes or shallow cavities in the limestone cliffs and boulders of their region.

Care of nestlings by both parents is common, and cooperative breeding is prevalent among babblers [11] Pellorneidae are found throughout the tropics of Asia and Africa.

[8] Originally placed within Timaliidae as a subfamily, Pellorneidae was elevated into family status following a closer analysis of the superfamily Sylvioidea.