A hive box is disclosed that includes a wall that defines an opening that is opened and closed by a closure member. The opening and the closure member may span part or all of the width of the wall. A plurality of two-part frames is provided inside the hive box that each include a lower portion and an upper portion. The lower portion of the two part frame is removable or partially removed from the hive box through the opening when the closure member is opened without removing the upper portion of the frame. A sliding connection is provided between the upper portion and the lower portion of the frame. Sensors, other electronics, or a LED and light detector may be provided inside the hive box that create data relating to a condition inside the hive box for transmission to a remote receiver.
