Not quite garters, But they'll do!

[chris-uk]

Nice finds.

So, you picked up the slow worm for photos but not the adders?

[Natrix]

Nice finds.

So, you picked up the slow worm for photos but not the adders?

I not that stupid! I suppose they are handleable but I didn't want to risk it, being on my own and all. Would you?

[chris-uk]

I not that stupid! I suppose they are handleable but I didn't want to risk it, being on my own and all. Would you?

Of course, I'd do my best Irwin impression.
No, I think it's best to get a few good photos and let them go about their business. The times I've seen them I've been in the middle of the moors where a bite would mean a walk to the nearest road and then an hour to the nearest hospital. It's not going to be fatal, but could get uncomfortable.