Genus Myxinikela is a scientific term used to describe a group of marine animals commonly known as hagfishes. However, there are several synonyms that can be used to refer to this group of creatures, including the names Eptatretus, Bdellostoma, and Myxine. These synonyms are commonly used by scientists and researchers who study hagfishes, as they allow for greater clarity and precision in scientific communication. Regardless of the specific term used to refer to this group of animals, hagfishes are well-known for their slimy and mucous-secreting skin, as well as their ability to produce copious amounts of slime when threatened or attacked by predators.