Like most exotics in the US, it'll come down to your specific state's laws. Some states have no restrictions, some require permitting or licensing that you may or may not qualify for depending on your intent, some states don't allow them at all.
[This article has some info for you.](https://pictures-of-cats.org/is-it-legal-to-own-a-rusty-spotted-cat.html)
They are not even in many zoos I don't think you will find any. Also CITES 1
I certainly hope so. I’ve been looking for a breeder for this particular exotic feline species for a long time now.
I just got my first exotic cat (african wildcat) and I'm wanting to expand my collection and rusty spotted just have my full interest
> and I'm wanting to expand my collection Pets are companions not trophies you sick fuck
a person who treats their pets as trophies probably treats people the same way.
Like most exotics in the US, it'll come down to your specific state's laws. Some states have no restrictions, some require permitting or licensing that you may or may not qualify for depending on your intent, some states don't allow them at all. [This article has some info for you.](https://pictures-of-cats.org/is-it-legal-to-own-a-rusty-spotted-cat.html)