1999 merc 50hp 4 stroke oil leak

Confused Pete

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After running my boat, the next day I'm finding oil at the front of the leg on top of the fin above the prob. Is crank case gas vented right beside the water tell tale? Almost looks like its blow by and running down the leg inside that leg case but its not burning oil, running any different etc and there is no oil running down the leg, was a little wet after a long haul on the ocean but not after the last lake outing. any common oil leaks I should be looking for? Engine is very clean. Iv also noticed a little oily reside at the intake. This boat is brand new to me so I don't know if this is new or always been like this. Bit of blow by normal for these engine? Engine runs perfect and very quiet. Noticed a little bit of fuel smell in oil last oil change. No cold water idling.
 
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