What is a hoop snake?

The "hoop snake" is a legendary creature from folklore. It is said to move in a unique manner by forming itself into a circle and rolling rapidly forward, similar to a wheel. This mode of movement is supposedly used when the hoop snake is pursuing prey, allowing it to strike quickly. The existence of hoop snakes has never been scientifically accepted, and they remain a part of mythical stories rather than reality 1 .