Answer: SNAKEHANDLERS

Snake handlers are individuals who engage in the religious practice of handling venomous snakes as a demonstration of their faith. They believe that they are protected by God from the bites of the snakes. In the context of the clue "Collectors of moccasins?", it seems like there may be a confusion. Snake handlers and collectors of moccasins are two different things. Snake handlers handle venomous snakes as part of their religious practice, while collectors of moccasins collect traditional Native American footwear called moccasins. Moccasins are soft, slip-on shoes typically made of leather and were traditionally worn by various Native American tribes.

Note: The provided meaning of the answer is for the latest New York Times crossword puzzle clue: Collectors of moccasins?. Explanations are generated by AI and may be inaccurate.