From some quick research online, it seems that as long as I don't fall on one or put my hand in its mouth, I should be able to come within a few feet of one to look at it and take a pic or two.
From some quick research online, it seems that as long as I don't fall on one or put my hand in its mouth, I should be able to come within a few feet of one to look at it and take a pic or two.
Maybe this will have an answer for you? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=314N7xIeRR8
Even if it's pretty safe, it would take particular character to reassure you that it's fine, as there's always a small chance you'll get bitten, and some blame will fall on them. (I know nothing about cottonmouths.)
Perhaps you'd get a bite if you tried posting in /s/soapdoxbanhammer ?