Do I need both a heat lamp and an under tank heater for a ball python?

[NO ONE]

Facepunch, I need help with this. So I got a Ball Python 2 days ago and blah blah blah. I have a heat lamp that I used for my now dead (:frown:) Garter snake. But I learned that I need an under tank heater for a Ball Python (oh, hey FYI they are known as Royal Pythons in Europe if anyone is confused). But, my brother insists that I also use the heat lamp. Now it seems that for the little time I've had it on, the humidity has decreased a little and the temp is now in a great range (about 85°), both good things. But I'm concerned about over heating my little buddy. I have not read anything about these guys requiring a heat lamp, just an under tank heater, so my question is: Is a heat lamp really necessary?

[ambershee]

Under tank heating is usually something I avoid, and I'd usually stick with just the heat lamp. Either way, you really don't need both.

[.Cheezy.]

My snake, just over 18 years old, is doing fine right now. He's grown quite big actually. He prefers it not too hot but not too cold. I don't bother buying him anything for heating or housing as he seems to be doing just fine between my legs.

Sorry to hear about your loss.

[mgear]

Haha, I thought you were serious. It took me a while to realize what you meant.

[LordMoldyButt]

[QUOTE=.Cheezy.;16155845]My snake, just over 18 years old, is doing fine right now. He's grown quite big actually. He prefers it not too hot but not too cold. I don't bother buying him anything for heating or housing as he seems to be doing just fine between my legs.

Sorry to hear about your loss.[/QUOTE]

best not be talking about your penis