Mud Snake

Well as you probably know the the tip of the tail is made up of hardened keratinized scales making it a hard point. Mud Snakes use the pointed tail to pin down slimy Amphiuma and Siren, their prey of choice. Colloquial names for the Mud Snake in the deep South include Stinging Snake, Hoop Snake, and Horn Snake. Some of the more popular stories -The "stinger" is extremely deadly -Mud Snakes use the "stinger" to sting and kill trees -Mud Snakes place the tip of their tail in the mouth, forming a hoop and travel by rolling around

Possibly my favorite snake. I love the striking color, the amazing adaptations, and the mythology surrounding the tail